Why it’s “crucial” Kate Middleton is allowed this freedom. Seen here are the Princess of Wales and Queen Elizabeth at different occasions.
It’s reportedly “crucial” Kate is allowed a special freedom that Queen Elizabeth “wasn’t given” throughout her 70 year reign, according to a royal expert.
According to the BBC’s former royal correspondent Jennie Bond, it’s important Kate doesn’t come to “resent” her royal role and maintains a great balance between work and her family life.
Catherine, Princess of Wales visits Nottingham Trent University
Elizabeth: An Intimate Portrait by Gyles Brandreth | £14.99 at Amazon
This Sunday Times bestseller offers insights into the extraordinary life and legacy of Queen Elizabeth. Reflecting upon her childhood to her later years, Gyles Brandreth met the late monarch multiple times throughout her reign, making this account all the more personal.View Deal
“Kate and William are the future of the monarchy, and it’s vital that she is not driven to resent the strictures that places on her,” Jennie recently explained to OK!, before adding, “So it is crucial that now as Princess of Wales she is allowed the space to fulfil and enjoy her other great role in life: being a mum.”
Jennie then went on to express her belief that Queen Elizabeth sadly “wasn’t given that freedom because she was so young when her father died”. The late Queen became monarch at the age of 25 when King George VI passed away at Sandringham House on 6th February 1952. At the time she was already a proud mum to the now-King Charles and Princess Anne and her royal responsibilities soon put more demands on her time.
Queen Elizabeth II wearing a gown designed by Norman Hartnell for her Coronation ceremony
Following Queen Elizabeth’s coronation she and Prince Philip embarked on a tour of the Commonwealth that lasted from November 1953 to May 1954. Although there are so many photos that show Her Majesty enjoying time with her young children early on in her reign too, it’s been suggested by Princess Margaret’s former lady-in-waiting, Lady Anne Glenconner, that it was almost like she had “two families” as her parenting approach shifted.
“It was rather like she had two families, because when she had Andrew and Edward she was able to spend much more time with them,” Lady Glenconner previously alleged to OK!. “I remember she wrote once or twice saying that it was so lovely to have the chance to really be with her young boys, because with the other two she had to be away so much.”
Queen Elizabeth II plays with Princes Edward and Andrew at Windsor Castle
In light of this it’s perhaps all the more significant that Kate has more “freedom” as Princess of Wales to spend time with Prince George, Charlotte and Louis as well as carrying out her duties.
“Kate is a modern, dedicated and hands-on mum and I think she is showing us that being a parent is one of the most important roles in life,” Jennie Bond explained. “I cheer every time I hear that Kate is putting her children first, and shame on anyone who criticises her for doing so.”
In a few days’ time Prince William will be travelling to Singapore for the Earthshot Prize Awards 2023 and Kate is set to remain in the UK. It’s been reported that the Princess of Wales made this decision so as to be there to support Prince George as he undertakes exams at school.
The Wales family at Lambrook School
Ensuring that one of them is there when their children need them is understood to be very important to her and Prince William. Their modern approach to blending royal and family life is certainly heart-warming and they are making the most of having the “freedom” that Queen Elizabeth didn’t have so much with her older children.
News
Shaq calls Caitlin Clark the ‘real deal,’ dismisses Barkley comments about pettiness (ch)
Shaquille O’Neal is the first to praise Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese and all her accomplishments. The Hall of Famer and former LSU great built a bond…
DMV Demands Woman Surrender Her Custom License Plate Because It Sounds ‘Offensive’ /ht
DMV Demands Woman Surrender Her Custom License Plate Because It Sounds ‘Offensive’ A woman from New Hampshire has been asked to surrender her 15-year-old vanity license plate…
Watch now: The internet exploded because Simone Biles had this reaction when her husband Jonathan Owens scored his first goal for the Bears/th
Simone Biles Had the Best Reaction to Husband Jonathan Owens Scoring a Touchdown in His First Game with the Bears Owens joined the Chicago Bears for the…
Everyone Noticed The Same Thing About Angel Reese After Watching Mic’d Up Footage Of The Sky Rookie At Practice (TR)
Angel Reese (Photo via chicagosky/Twitter) Angel Reese has been making waves in the WNBA as one of the most talked-about players who could either talk about the Rookie Of…
Travis Kelce reacts to Tyreek Hill’s detainment ahead of Dolphins’ Week 1 win vs Jaguars (PO)
Travis Kelce and Tyreek Hill may no longer be teammates on the Kansas City Chiefs; the former is rooting for Hill, especially after the events that transpired…
Jason Kelce’s ESPN debut left Taylor Swift, brother Travis ‘dying’ with laughter (PO)
Travis Kelce is still in the thick of football day in and day out. However, his brother Jason Kelce has switched to broadcasting after his retirement. The…
End of content
No more pages to load
Relative Articles
None found